Audit and Accounts Senior

Hays are recruiting an Audit and Accounts Senior for a forward-thinking accountancy practice with a national presence and a people-first culture in Cambridgeshire.
About the Role:
As an Audit and Accounts Senior, you will be a key player in the Cambridge team. This role offers a unique blend of audit, accounts, and tax work, providing you with a well-rounded technical experience and a platform for fast career development. You will work closely with managers, partners, and clients, taking ownership of your work while supporting the development of junior colleagues.
Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare financial statements for sole traders, partnerships, charities, and limited companies
• Conduct independent examinations for charity clients
• Assist managers with client audit functions
• Prepare cash flows and draft computations for clients
• Liaise with clients to resolve queries
• Complete assignments within budget and on time
• Review work undertaken by junior staff and assist in their development
• Prepare schedules for tax returns and complete VAT returns

• ACA/ACCA qualified or currently studying towards qualification
• Solid general practice experience
• Strong IT skills and familiarity with CCH, SAPA, CaseWare, and Alphatax
• Excellent communication skills-both written and verbal
• Strong analytical abilities and attention to detail
• Ability to manage your own workload and work effectively as part of a team
• Willingness to travel to clients and other offices as required
• Highly organised, proactive, and committed to delivering quality work

• Relationship-driven and trusted by clients and colleagues
• Forward-thinking and excited by improvement and innovation
• Accountable with a pride in accuracy and high standards
• Collaborative, sharing knowledge and contributing to team success
• Growth-minded, eager to broaden expertise and mentor others
• Organised and proactive, able to juggle multiple priorities
• Clear and confident in communication, able to explain financials simply
• Resilient and adaptable, staying calm under pressure.
• Client-focused, invested in delivering excellent service and outcomes

• Competitive salary and pension
• Employee benefits scheme with discounts at hundreds of retailers
• Life insurance
• Access to an Employee Assistance Programme
• A genuinely supportive and progressive environment where your career can flourish